👉 In the context of astronomy, an overtower is a type of celestial object that has been observed from above. The term "overtower" comes from the Greek word "oteros," which means "above" or "over." These objects are often described as "over-sized" or "over-the-top" in appearance, and they can be seen from any angle. The term is commonly used to describe celestial objects that are visible from space but not directly observable. They may have been observed